For the 2024 school year, there are 374 private schools serving 67,710 students in Kentucky (there are 1,534 public schools, serving 653,779 students). 9% of all K-12 students in Kentucky are educated in private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $6,994 for elementary schools and $8,078 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The best top ranked private schools in Kentucky include Louisville Collegiate School, St. Xavier High School and Villa Madonna Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 93% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 11% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
Top Ranked Kentucky Private Schools by County (2024)
Popular neighborhoods: Highview (4 schools), Crescent Hill (3 schools), Klondike (3 schools), Pleasure Ridge Park (3 schools), Garden Springs (2 schools).
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% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Kentucky?
The best top ranked private schools in Kentucky include Louisville Collegiate School, St. Xavier High School and Villa Madonna Academy.
How many private schools are located in Kentucky?
374 private schools are located in Kentucky.
How much do private schools cost in Kentucky?
The average private school tuition in Kentucky is $6,994 for elementary schools and $8,078 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Kentucky?
Kentucky private schools are approximately 11% minority students (view national minority students).
What percentage of students in Kentucky go to private school?
9% of all K-12 students in Kentucky are educated in private schools (compared to national average of 10%).
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